Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail 125 Deg 10x165mm (item 816710165) due to set screw not advancing or reversing properly. Affected units sold with lot numbers 945090-945230.
The set screw is not able to advance or reverse from the original position in the nail.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific hip fracture nail system because the set screw may not move correctly. This could lead to improper fracture stabilization during surgery, potentially causing complications for patients.
The set screw in the nail may not advance or reverse from its original position. This could prevent the nail from properly stabilizing hip fractures during surgery, potentially leading to complications or the need for additional procedures.
Surgeons who used the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail System with item number 816710165 and lot numbers 945090-945230 are affected. Patients receiving this implant during surgery are at risk of improper fracture stabilization.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail 125 Deg 10x165mm' with item number 816710165. Affected units were sold with lot numbers 945090 or 945230.
Verify the item number and lot numbers on the packaging to confirm if your product is affected.
This recall affects the specific hip fracture nail system with item number 816710165 and lot numbers 945090-945230. If you had surgery using this exact product, contact Zimmer Biomet directly.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance on next steps.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail 125 Deg 10x165mm' with item number 816710165 and lot numbers 945090 or 945230.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0451-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0451-2019 from Zimmer Biomet. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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